I always listen to other instruments play solo. It teaches you how to accompany yourself. The different ways. Our model is usually the piano which I think is not the best model for us. I like the guitar especially. That being said, it's also great to listen to piano players play and accompany themselves.

Oleo in B Flat (with guide tones in the bridge), Blues in the Closet in F, B flat, E flat, and G major.

Exploring on this classic song using voicings from my new book "Voicing Concepts for the Jazz Vibist" now available from Amazon.

The book addresses a variety of voicing concepts as applied to the II-7 V7 I Maj progression as well as standards including Autumn Leaves, Green Dolphin Street, Stella By Starlight. Also included, chord melodies to You Are Too Beautiful and But Beautiful.

Gary answers the question why retire now?

Practicing with lines on Giant Steps.

Hello,

I'm currently doing some research on the vibraphone in jazz and improvised music. I was wondering if members here would like to part in a research question (in the subject). I'd like to use the text of the responses, and will reference the discussion; but not names unless anyone says that it is okay to use their name (it is unlikely that I will in any case).

Just in case you missed the question: how would you describe your sound?

I realise that it's a very open question, but I'm interested in capturing initial responses.

A Song for Solace - got in a little early today at Berklee and had some practice time. This song was improvised.